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At Cadomotus, quality is paramount in everything we do. To create our skates, we combine our extensive experience on the ice with the latest technology. Every skate is packed with high-tech features, from Japanese steel and carbon fiber to high-quality...
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Today, it is almost impossible to imagine the world of speed skating without clap skates. Since their introduction in the mid-90s, they caused a revolution in the sport. But why exactly do clap skates make you go faster?
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Want to know the correct length for your blades? At Cádomotus we advise you to use your body height, and not your shoe size, as a starting point to determine the correct length of your blades.
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The Balance and the Pressure: these are two of our flagship skates that are made for performance. The Balance is a great mid-range skate that will give you a lot of grip and control. As for the Pressure, our newest showpiece, it will give you the opportunity to achieve top performances.
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Is it a good idea to take your brand new clap skates onto natural ice? Some people think it is not a smart idea but we think differently ..
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“I like to investigate things”, says Hans Gijsen modestly. Over the years, this kind of research has made the friendly Dutchman a beloved source of information and equipment expert of world-class athletes.
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They seem to be rock solid under your boots: your blades. But there is a lot going on under your feet.
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This is part two about the differences between inline skate and speed skate boots. Because we are getting a lot of questions from customers who want to use their inline boots for speed skating, we dive a bit deeper into this subject. It seems like you can ride and glide with the same boots, but using one pair of boots for two seasons? That won’t work, unfortunately.
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When it comes to speed skating, balance is everything. A technically sound skater will always outperform someone with less technique—that's a given. The Cádomotus Balance promises improved balance, enhanced technique, and as a bonus, increased speed and skating enjoyment. Here's...
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Effective Foot Length in Speed Skates Numerous studies have been conducted to determine the optimal position of the hinge on a klapskate (a type of speed skate). However, no definitive answer has emerged. It has been found that the ideal...
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